1. A thermal phone case because your phone battery goes from 100% to 54% after being out in the hot sun for 30 minutes — and you haven't even used it. The chromium thermal barrier (similar to spacesuit technology!) will reflect 90% of the sun's rays, so the next time you want to take a quick selfie, you won't have to "hot potato" your phone. 

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It works the same way to protect your phone in extreme cold, and it also provides excellent protection if your phone gets dropped or knocked over. Psst — you may have seen this on Shark Tank! 

Promising review: "This is just what the doctor ordered for those who can’t take their cell phones into their workplace. It works, as I can attest to that. When I put it away in the car before I go into work, it is at the mercy of the cold and heat. This pocket does exactly what it says it can do. It protects the cellphone from heat and cold. This is the slickest thing since sliced bread. It is worth the price for keeping my phone safe from the elements. I believe in it because in triple-digit heat, the phone is still touchable after you remove it, instead of being hot as hell. If that doesn’t sell this, nothing will. Any naysayers shall be made into believers after they buy this. You can believe that. I do, and you can’t fake reality. Take it from me, it works as advertised and it will save your cellphone from certain death from the elements." —Mark Philpot

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two styles and two sizes). 

2. And aphone umbrella that may look like just a novelty product at first, but it's actually pretty cool. Imagine being able to see your phone screen in the sun — with this adorable umbrella, you can! It'll shield your screen for better visibility, and reviewers also love using it for their Kindles! This may be the most genius product I've seen. 

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Promising review: "The inventor of this shade umbrella is a genius! A great way to see my phone when I’m at the pool. The umbrella provides shade for the entire phone. I have the giant iPhone Pro Max, and the full screen is shaded. I purchased 10 more of this shade umbrella to give as gifts. It’s whimsical but gets the job done. No more squinting to see my phone screen when I’m out and about in the sun." —Pam Kolnicki

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 19 colors/styles).

3. And!!! A laptop tent if your laptop insists on overheating while you're working outside, even if you only have ONE tab open. (Like why?!) This nifty gizmo takes WFH to a new level. The reflective fabric prevents overheating and reduces sun glare from every angle so you'll ACTUALLY be able to see your screen.  

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It can fit laptops up to 17 inches in diameter. It folds into its own carrying case with a handle and has pockets and openings on both sides! 

Promising review: "I knew that this product was a great idea immediately after I saw the listing online. Having used it for a couple of days, I have to say that I am not disappointed. A few things I love about this product:

1. It allows me to work on my deck in the bright sun without my laptop being at maximum brightness. Reduces glare and allows me to work longer outdoors.

2. It is lightweight and twist-folds down to a small flat disc that I can store in my closet when not in use.

3. A bunch of thoughtfully designed features like a cushioned base to protect my laptop, flaps for charging ports, and a reflective exterior to prevent the unit from accumulating heat in the sun." —Clarence Chio

Get it from Amazon for $49.99.

4. A compact dehumidifier because you should be able to escape the dreadful humidity in the sanctuary that is your home, but somehow that icky, moist air finds a way in. Mold and mildew stand no chance against this bb! 

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The tank can hold up to 35 ounces of water, and once it's almost full, it'll automatically shut off for your safety! 

Promising review: "I bought this dehumidifier for our bedroom since I noticed some mold, and it feels stuffy during summer nights. We leave it on all night, and it really absorbs a lot of moisture. The noise is fine; it kinda makes our kids sleep since it sounds like white noise, so that doesn't bother us. We like our room with total darkness when sleeping, and there's an option to turn off the light, which is nice." —Roselle Cacap

Get it on Amazon for $45.99+ (available in four colors).

5. Cult-fave Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen that'll protect your skin with SPF 40. True to its name, it really is ~unseen~ and doesn't leave a white cast, and it's not greasy either!

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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown is a proud member of the Supergoop fan club: 

"I've been using this sunscreen at least once daily since my mom gifted it to me two Christmases ago, and have every intention to keep using it for years. A dime-size amount covers my entire face, because it's translucent it leaves absolutely no white cast, and 10 minutes after putting it on, my face just feels like I applied a little bit of a nice moisturizer or makeup primer, not anything that's grease-central, like sunscreen usually is. After several years of stubbornly trying (and failing) to find a decent, oily-skin-friendly, non-greasy drugstore option, I've caved to this pricier kind because literally none of the six or seven other options I tried even compared to this.  

"Every time I've worn makeup since I got it, I've been impressed by the way my matte foundation glides over it, looks with it, and lasts with it. You can see the texture and color in the photo above; it really does go on completely clear. And it's water- and sweat-resistant for 40 minutes!" 

Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in three sizes and in either SPF 40 or 50).

6. A pack of towel bands, because don't you just hate when your towel flies away when you're not laying on top of it?! (And then you look silly chasing after it — ugh, first-world problems.) This nifty little rubber band will ensure that your towel stays put when you leave it alone to take a dip in the pool. 

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Promising review: "Last-minute purchase for a trip to Jamaica. So happy I bought them. They always kept our towels on the chairs correctly. It was also easy to tell our chairs apart from others on the resort. Will definitely be recommending them to others." —RG

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors and another style). 

7. A mosquito repeller to prevent those oh-so-annoying creatures from crashing your party with a 15-foot invisible barrier. Reviewers love it because it's scent-free (aka no citronella smell) and works better than most devices they've tried!

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Promising review: "I was very skeptical of this product but decided to give it a try after reading the reviews and knowing if it didn't work I could return it. Let me preface this review by saying I live a few miles from a swamp in south Louisiana. 

"I know it says wait 15 minutes to give it time to work, but I wanted to make sure mosquitoes were swarming to test it effectively. So I camped out in my favorite chair and was immediately swarmed by mosquitoes. I started the unit, and in about 15 minutes there wasn't a mosquito near me! No exaggeration. I am sitting outside as night is falling in south Louisiana and not one mosquito is buzzing me. I have been out here just over an hour and I have only two bites – one bite was from when I first sat down and before the unit was on 15 minutes. I am seriously impressed with this product and I am ordering more for gifts and to expand my own coverage as soon as I am done with this review. And there is no stinky citronella smell. There is no odor at all. Amazing." —NolaMom

Get it from Amazon for $17.98+ (available in eight colors and in two packs).

8. And a set of DEET-free mosquito-repelling bracelets that'll keep those blood-sucking creatures AWAY 🤺. It'll ward off all those skeeters without you having to douse yourself in an overwhelming amount of bug spray! 

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Cliganic is a small business that specializes in all-natural personal care products. 

Promising review: "No complaints just satisfied. It worked. We were surprised that such a small bracelet could keep us bug free but it did." —M. A. Cooper

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $9.99. 

9. A pair of beach socks to keep your precious feet protected from blazing hot sand and sharp rocks instead of feeling like you're walking on hot coals. You can also wear them into the water so every time your foot grazes against seaweed or algae, you won't scream bloody murder. 

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Promising review: "Water sports shoes save the bottom of my feet from being torn up by the pebble tech on the floor of my pool. It also protects feet from the intense Arizona heat on pool decks (yes, even pool decks get extremely hot in Arizona). I will definitely wear them when at the beach — walking on sand and in the ocean." —noslip

Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in women's sizes 4–13.5, men's sizes 3–12, and various designs).

10. Arechargeable mini air pump, perfect for inflating and deflating air mattresses, floaties, and even paddle boards! The next time you're on vacation and desperately want to float in a tube, just whip out this bad boy! 

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It comes with five different nozzles and can inflate up to five swim rings, eight single camping air mattresses, or two thick air cushions on a single charge. It can also deflate 10–12 storage bags in one go. 

Promising review: "This little thing is awesome. I got it because we often go to the lake and I got tired of trying to blow up five floaties in 100-degree temps. It works fantastically. It’s very quiet in comparison to our larger air pump that you plug in. I inflated all of my kids tubes and then deflated them on a single charge no issue. I even used it to inflate a 10-foot paddle board. It wasn’t the fastest on the paddle board but it got the job done. It’s super compact and I just toss it in our swim bag or my mini backpack whenever we are going to be around water. 100% worth the cost. It charges quickly and I have the accessories make it easy to inflate most things." —Nicole Burgess

Get it from Amazon for $29.98 (available in four colors).

11. A cut-to-size aloe wrap so you can target your sunburn's most painful spots and get some sweet, sweet relief. It's infused with aloe vera, green tea, and vitamin E that'll not only reduce redness and that burning sensation but also hydrate your skin to minimize peeling. 

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Promising review: "I got absolutely FRIED at the beach this past weekend and tried everything under the sun (literally) to provide some relief for my sunburn. I was in so much pain, and every over-the-counter aloe gel, lidocaine, and cold shower was not helping. I found this wrap on my TikTok and immediately bought it. As soon as I put this on my burn, I was immediately relieved of any burning or irritation. I am wearing four patches right now, and I plan on wearing them all day, every day until this burn heals. I will say the only downside is they slip off the aloe has worn off! And it is a little bit hard to maneuver to cut since it is so slippery. But overall, I love this product and will be a forever customer!" —Nick

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

12. A set of hotel-quality cooling gel pillows because the best sleep is in a hotel bed — that luxurious experience where you feel like your head is resting on a cotton candy cloud. You won't need to flip this fluffy pillow around either since BOTH sides stay cool!

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Bonus: These are fully machine-washable.

Promising review: "After looking for pillows everywhere in stores and not being satisfied, I decided to trust a TikTok that I saw featuring these pillows and checked out the reviews here and saw the hype. Decided to trust this hype and order two of my own, and they are SERIOUSLY THE BEST PILLOWS EVER! Trust the reviews. Took two minutes to fluff up to use, and both my fiancé and I are having the best sleeps now." —Ellen

Get a set of two from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in queen and king sizes).

13. And a set of soft, breathable bamboo bed sheets that hot sleepers *swear* by. The moisture-wicking, thermoregulating fabric will keep you cool so you actually can catch some z's during those dreadful, hot nights.

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Promising review: "If you have night sweats, you need to buy these sheets. I do and I bought a set. Oh my, I just love them. Not only are they soft, but they also seem to be cooling too. No more night sweats for me." —Linda Leynes

Get it from Amazon for $46.99+ (available in sizes twin–Cal. king and in 26 colors).

14. A set of popular, affordable wickaway sweatbands designed to keep dripping sweat and sunscreen from entering your peepers — ouchies! Other than being quite practical for a workout, they look so darn cute and sporty! 

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Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase! The price of 10 headbands is about the same as I have paid for one name-brand headband, so I was expecting sub-standard quality. But they are really great. I've worn them and washed them, and they are holding up well. They stay in place when I am working out hard or running. They are great at absorbing sweat, too. They probably stay in place a little better than the expensive headbands I have. The colors/designs are super nice, too. One of the best purchases I have made in some time!" —Terri D

Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $13.99.

15. An Owala FreeSip tumbler so you can enjoy icy agua all day long instead of having to add more ice every hour, thanks to its triple-layer insulation! This godsend offers all the benefits of a Stanley without the spills, and its spout is a game changer — you can either drink through a built-in straw or tilt it back to chug.

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I've been wanting to get an Owala for the longest time because 1) I'm a sucker for colorful things, and 2) I'm obsessed with water bottles. With that being said, I didn't *need* another bottle and my friends kept telling me it was a waste of money to get one. Obviously, I didn't listen to them and caved, and I'm not even kidding you, this is the one water bottle I bring with me EVERYWHERE. I've tried the Hydro Flask bottle and tumbler, HydroJug, and Stanley — I love them all, but I hate to say, the Owala just reigns supreme. 

My fave feature has to be the straw because not only does sipping require less effort, but it's so much easier to drink while walking or in the car (aka no more dribbles). It's basically like having a tumbler with a lid. Seriously, whoever invented the Owala is an absolute genius. I recently went to the Bahamas and brought it everywhere with me and let me tell you, my water stayed cold the entiiiiire day. It's also so easy to carry around thanks to the loop, and when you want to put it in your bag, just push the loop down and it'll lock the lid in place — GENIUS! 

Promising reviews: "I've tried them all, and this is hands-down the best water bottle!! I love that I can use it with the built-in straw or use it as an open water bottle, just depending on how I tip it while drinking. It's seriously perfect. My husband has been using a Stanley for four years and switched to this after seeing mine. No more leaking, or spilling." —rowleypolie

"Without a doubt, everyone has heard the uproar over huge insulated cup brands using lead to make their cups. If that is a concern for you, then there is no need to worry about this one. This cup is made lead-free and works phenomenally! I always put ice in my Owala with my water and notice that all the ice is still there over a span of 48 hours and still freezing cold." —DietDrKelp069

Get a 24-ounce tumbler from Amazon for$29.99+ (available in 21 colors and three other sizes).

16. Arm & Hammer deodorizers, aka your nose's savior. Just plop 'em into your stinky shoes (or your partner's 👀), gym bag, hamper, or even closet to get rid of that unwanted odor for up to 60 days! 

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Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for. I needed something to store in my gym shoes and these are great! Nice fresh laundry smell." —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.98.

17. A sand-removal bag because the last thing you want during your relaxing beach day is to lie on all the sand you dragged onto your towel. The powder inside the bag absorbs moisture so the sand comes off effortlessly when you rub it on your body!

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Shakalo is a small business based in San Diego.

Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1–2 times a week. And I even use it on my dogs paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of too. I will definitely be buying the refill and another bag to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti

Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

18. A pre-swim hair cream since your hair's greatest enemy is chlorine. This magical cream will prevent your hair from looking like tumbleweed with a green tint and instead have it looking sleek and shiny and feeling silky smooth. 

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Just slather some on before you dive in, and let it work its magic!

Promising reviews: "Leaves my processed, blonde hair, feeling soft and hydrated. No problems with chlorine green hair." —CR22

"This stuff is AMAZING! Literally nothing else keeps tangles out of my daughter’s hair like this does. Her hair is so thick and very difficult to brush; this makes it easy peasy to brush the tangles out after a swim in the pool. It also softens her hair. When not used, the pool chemicals make her hair very stiff and dry. We even use this every once in a while just because! It smells wonderful and doesn’t make the hair greasy in any way. I cannot recommend this product enough!!!" —Emily

Get it from Amazon for $21.99.

19. A pack of reusable water balloons cleverly created so the kiddos (or you) can have all the fun without worrying about cleanup afterward. Plus, they're so darn easy to fill up, and you won't have to go through the dreaded process of tying them because they close on their own! 

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Promising review: "A summer must buy!!! After an endless amount of hours of picking up pieces of water balloons from my kids, I finally pulled the trigger on buying these, and my only regret is that I hadn't bought these sooner! They are AMAZING! They are super durable, we live in Arizona where it's hot and dry and they get left out by my kids, and the material is holding up great. My kids even use these in the pool, and I don't need to worry about little balloon pieces getting stuck in my filter or eaten by small animals. Do yourself a favor, and buy two sets because once you have one set, you will NEED another!!" —Bmama83

Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $32.99 (available in other multipacks).

20. An inflatable beach pillow to make those "rotting on the beach" days a heck of a lot cozier. Instead of your head lying uncomfortably on the sand or rock-hard lounge chairs, it'll be propped up by this cloud-like pillow that even has a slot for a cooling pack! 

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Promising review: "I threw these in my bag last minute for a trip to a resort in Cancun, and we absolutely loved them! They take up no room, and I easily fit two pillows in my carry-on bag to have for the beach. Made the beach chairs so much more relaxing by being able to be comfortable. They blew up so easily. It just took four big breaths for each pillow. Loved that I could either use the straps or sand to hold them in place. I also liked the idea of traveling with them in my carry-on in case we had a delayed flight, and I had enough time for an airport nap. I'll be bringing these on all future vacations." —Nikki Miller

Get it from Amazon for $35 (available in 16 colors).

21. A tray table that you can slide onto your umbrella pole (genius) to keep your mojito, book, and phone within arm's reach and sand-free so your relaxing beach day *stays* relaxing. 

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Promising review: "So, when I was buying a large beach umbrella, it was suggested that I buy the table. I was really on the fence about buying it, but I said to myself, it would be nice to have things off the ground. Well, we went to the beach with about eight of us, and everybody loved it and started to use it. I think it is such a smart concept, and I will eventually buy another one since I bought two umbrellas. Don't double think, just get it." —CB

Get it from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in three colors).

22. A cutesyinsect catcher to catch those not-so-cutesy flies, gnats, and mosquitoes. Just place them near your fruit bowls or plants (both indoor and outdoor) to trap those pesky flying critters. 

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Reviewers note that these work best if you put them somewhere the flies are already attracted to — these will definitely trap them, but they won't attract them on their own. 

Promising review: "I had a HUGE fruit fly issue after I found a rotting lemon that had called behind a bread box. I paid $20+ for the liquid fly traps, but nothing worked. I ordered these sticky fly traps, and within two days, the sticky traps caught 50+ fruit flies, and I don’t have any more fruit flies. These were the least expensive options I tried and worked the best. I HIGHLY recommend!!!" —Lisa

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $7.99 (available in many styles and packs). 

23. A pack of UV-sensing stickers — the silent version of your mom nagging you to put on sunscreen. You can stick them anywhere on your skin that's exposed (and needs sunscreen), and they'll darken when they detect UV rays, giving you a peaceful notification to reapply! 

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Promising review: "I'm multiracial with tan skin. I burn when it's intense, but I get a great tan otherwise. My 9-month-old is fair, fair, fair. Blue eyes and porcelain skin fair. I reapply my own SPF 50 after a few hours, but I'm not consistent. I've never been great about sunscreen, but I was not going to let my daughter get burned. We live in South Florida and just a walk or park time is a potential burning hazard. This is a great visual for me to reapply her sunscreen or make sure she gets in the shade. They're an absolute essential for parents, especially the 'sun goddess' type." —FlightLife

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $19.95.

24. A *beary* adorablehandheld fan you wouldn't think has the power to keep you cool with how compact it is...but its 41,000+ 5-star ratings prove otherwise. Imagine you're standing in a line at Disneyland with no shade and pull this baby out — oh boy, are you about to be the most popular one there. Plus, it TRIPLES as a flashlight and portable charger, so this small but mighty thing can do it all.

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Promising review: "I bought this fan to take on a trip to Japan. The trip was during the summer, which is just ridiculous heat and humidity. I'm from a hot climate and this heat was truly unreal. People, when I tell you that this fan SAVED me...I'm not kidding! 

"I particularly enjoyed that the fan is also a flashlight (which I used on more than one occasion) and can charge your phone in a pinch! And it does, indeed, do both of these things really, really well! I used this for at least 8 hours straight every single day of a 15-day trip, and I charged it once (I'm not even sure I needed to). The charge on this thing is amazeballs.

"It might seem like it wouldn't do much, but this fan, and its two wonderful speeds, literally kept me from being overheated. Moving it around and not just focusing on my face was also helpful. In short, BUY THIS. Also, I wasn't even remotely the only person carrying one of these, from locals to other tourists. So as far as getting around in the extreme heat, no matter the continent, if you know, you know!" —La Cinema

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six colors).

25. Or a hands-free bladeless personal fan that'll keep you cool on the beach, during hikes, or even while lounging around in your backyard. It's like a constant gentle breeze that'll actually make your time out in the sun a little enjoyable. 

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The rechargeable fan lasts for up to 16 hours, and it has six different speed settings. Reviewers say it's especially great for people who work outside all day and still need their hands free to do tasks.

Promising review: "Best thing I’ve bought in a very long time!! Living in Texas means HOT summers and I hate always being so sweaty! This fan is a lifesaver and everyone who has seen me with it has asked to try it and loved it. Buying a second one today. 👌🏼" —Laura W. 

Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in three colors).

26. A roll-on sunscreen sponge if you can't stand that icky feeling of greasy hands after applying sunscreen. Just fill up the applicator, twist the lid on, give it a lil' shake, and it's ready to be used! The sponge makes it soooo much easier to lather sunscreen on yourself and your kiddos — not only does it prevent too much from coming out, but it also helps rub it in!

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Reviewers recommend using a more watery sunscreen; if your preferred sunscreen is quite thick, this may not work for you. And JSYK, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)says most adults need about an ounce (the equivalent of a shot glass) of sunscreen to cover their face and body adequately.

Promising review: "Not just for kids. I told all my friends it's awesome. Pricey, but better than wasting expensive sunscreen in globs. This makes the sun screening process much less messy and not as much of a drudgery. They even have replacement pads available so the ergonomic container can be reused indefinitely. Consider one to keep at home and one packed to travel. MAKES A GREAT GIFT FOR KIDS. They can almost apply sunscreen on their own with little assistance." —Bette Henry

Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (available in 10 colors).

27. A patio table mosquito net enclosure to keep not only skeeters but also flies, bees, and other flying pests away from your hangout spot. The screen is thick enough to keep out those unwanted creatures but thin enough for airflow and visibility! 

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Promising review: "We bought this for a rather large umbrella over our table in the backyard and used it for the first time last night. We were less concerned about mosquitoes because we have a service to eliminate them — it's the bees that were disturbing our outdoor meals and events. My wife hosted a few friends last night, and they all fell in love with this. They've all been fighting with bees lately, and they were not bothered once by any bugs. Every friend bought the netting on the spot – you're welcome to the company that manufactures this product. Also, when you're inside the netting sitting on chairs, it's almost as if the netting is invisible; most of the time, you can't tell whether it's even there, especially at night." —Sara Olshanky

Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two styles).

28. And a magnetic screen door that'll keep all the critters at bay whenever you want to leave your door open to let fresh air in. It's also perf for parties and BBQs when people (and pets!) keep walking in and out of your house! 

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Unlike other screen doors that only have small strips every so often, this magnetic screen door has magnets that run along the entire length of the screen, and the Velcro-like strip to attach it to the door frame is also full frame.

Promising review: "Screen was super easy to install. The area around our doors are wood so I used the included push pins to apply it instead of the adhesion strip and it worked perfectly. Our dog has already figured out how to go in and the magnets close it behind him. So excited to be able to leave my doors open this summer without bugs!" —Alexa B.

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in eight sizes).

29. A pack of unscented antiperspirant wipes if "sweating buckets" doesn't even begin to describe your 'pits in the summer. Just wipe these under your arms or anywhere else that, um, "sparkles," and your sweat will be controlled for up to seven days! 

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Psst — you should definitely patch test this on a small area of skin before putting it on to ensure you don't have any reaction! 

Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok, and I decided to give it a shot since it was only like $20 for 10 wipes (that's 10 weeks, 2.5 months) of no underarm sweat. It worked! I was so happy to finally be able to wear all the shirts I own that are not black!" —Nes172011

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (each box lasts over two months).

30. A portable and leakproof water dispenser because hydration is important, even for your doggo. Your pupper will be able to quench their thirst during runs, walks, and hikes with ease! 

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Promising review: "It is super cute and easy to use. My dogs love it, and it holds a good amount of water for two medium-sized dogs. They used it without thought." —Crucita S.

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three sizes and 12 colors).

31. A tube of Burt's Bees After Sun soother if people keep referring to you as Mr. Krabs after a long day under those strong UV rays. The aloe and coconut oil formula will calm burns and hydrate your skin so you don't wince every time your shirt touches your back. 

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This product is formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, or SLS.

Promising review: "I’ve been using this product for years now. My first trip to Costa Rica I had it and trust me when I tell you it’s saved my life. I live in Florida now and I never go anywhere without it. After any time in the sun, you can use this and you can believe that your skin will be nourished and moisturized, it will not hurt, and your skin will not peel if used properly. I said your skin will not peel. I love this product for it." —Kenneth

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

32. A set of sexy anti-chafe lace bands because your thighs rub together more than a cricket rubs its legs — which creates that annoying itching and burning. Just slide these onto your legs and enjoy dress season without the chafing! 

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Reviewers do say that if you're between sizes (or even an exact number of inches that corresponds to a size), order down one so they stay!

Promising review: "These are fantastic! I've been using the deodorant style anti-chafing rubs and wanted a longer lasting option. Ding Ding ladies!! This is it! So comfortable I fell asleep in them! No marks, no uncomfortable 'digging in.'

"I did measure my thigh to get an accurate size rather than guessing, but it is definitely true to that measurement. And they do take some fine tuning to make sure that they don't roll, but once you find that spot, they don't move!! I got the lacy ones and they are sexy and soft to the touch with the silicone on the top and bottom. Highly recommended!!!" —A. Spencer

Get them on Amazon for $19.99+. (available in 16 styles, two-packs, and women's sizes S–3XL).

33. A waterproof pouch — let's be honest, most of us would rather bring our phone with us in the ocean rather than leaving it unattended on the scorching hot sand. No drop of water will be able to enter this impenetrable plastic pouch (that goes for less than $10, if I may add).

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It fits any phone up to 100mm x 170mm (or about 3.9 inches x 6.7 inches). Oh, and you can totally use the touchscreen through the case — including the camera. Check out these incredible reviewer photos! 

Promising review: "I purchased this case in July for an upcoming canoe trip with a friend, and as luck would have it, we flipped our canoe. Being the rebel that I am, I chose not to wear my phone around my neck, and so it, my ID, and my debit card ended up at the bottom of the river and I just assumed it would be discovered a thousand years from now and placed in a museum as an ancient artifact. Fast forward to this week. I was contacted via FB by an Alachua County Sheriff’s Office diver and guess what he found? Yup, my phone case with all of the contents intact and dry as a bone! He had to cut the case open, but there was not one single drop of water in it and he ended up purchasing a case for himself because he was just that impressed!" —Julie McDonald

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 14 colors). 

34. Aportable lock box to take all your valuables with you without having to worry about them being stolen or lost. If you want to take off your ring to go into the ocean, not a problem at all. Just lock it in this veryyy sturdy box and hook it onto something secure! 

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Promising review: "Got great use out of it on our vacation, will keep for future trips. Easy to set the lock and use; it's very sturdy, not to mention very reassuring — this product gave me peace of mind. Allowed me to enjoy vacation and not stress about my belongings." —Audrey

Get it from Amazon for $19.92+ (available in two colors).

35. An Ostrich lounger because there is truly nothing worse than trying to get your tan on without any way to entertain yourself or (I guess) struggling to breathe. It has a hole for your face and arms so you can scroll through TikTok, indulge in a novel, or have a lil' snack while you're basking in the sun.

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Promising review: "My back used to be so pale compared to my front by the end of the summer because it always hurt my neck to lie on my stomach, and I couldn't read my books! Not with this chair!! I can sip on a marg while reading and get my back tanned all at the same time!!! The face cushions are super comfy, and the chair is very well made. Now — create one of these with a cutout for a pregnant belly, and you'll have me sold on a second one!" —Macie Jackson

Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in 11 colors and three styles).

36. A high ponytail running cap destined to be your running buddy. Imagine a world where you can run with a high pony *and* wear a hat at the same time to block out the sun — get this and make it your reality. It has a magnetic clasp in the back that opens, and whether you wear your hair high, mid, or low, you'll be able to perfectly position it and work out in style! 

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Vimhue is an Arizona-based, woman-owned small business that specializes in uniquely engineered running hats. 

My former colleague Ciera Velarde says: "I just bought this for my half-marathon training and I really like using it! I have to wear a hat while running because I sweat *a lot* and absolutely hate the sting of sweat dripping into my eyes. But whenever I would wear traditional caps, I didn't like that my ponytail had to sit pretty low on my head, which meant it would stick to my sweaty neck and make me feel even *more* hot. This solves all my problems!! I love being able to sport my high pony and feel a nice breeze on my neck. Plus: the material is super breathable, and I just throw it into the washing machine in a delicates bag whenever I need to wash it. (Make sure you hang dry!)"

Promising reviews: "Amazing hat. Super comfortable, even in the high heat of Arizona. I will definitely be getting more!" —Melodie Dies

"Love this hat so much! I already ordered another one in a different color for myself and one for a friend! I live in Texas near the Gulf and it’s summer — really humid and really hot. I walk 3–4 miles outside most days and I’d been wishing for a hat that allowed for a high ponytail so I could keep my hair off my neck to not get as hot/sweaty. Decided to Google it and found this and was thrilled! The X straps are easy to adjust and it fits great and is breathable. And it’s super cute!" —mlp06h

Get it from Vimhue on Etsy for $29.50 (available in 20 colors).

37. A pack of underarm shields because this heat is seriously no joke. Not only will these prevent sweat from going through your clothes, but they'll also help stop pit odors! So don't you worry — even if you're sweating buckets, your clothes can still smell like flowers and sunshine.

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Promising review: "I love these. I have a few cute summer dresses with sleeves — eeek! The first time I tried the shields it was 104 degrees at an outdoor event, and I was sweating bullets! The shields worked BEAUTIFULLY. Not a sweat stain in sight." —Cosmic Girl

Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $13.99.

38. An adjustable mister so instead of being attacked by waves of heat, you'll be hit with refreshing droplets of water. It'll cool down the area by up to 20 degrees so you can get your tan on without burning up. The pliable design means you can easily wrap it around another object or just stand it up on its own!

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The mister comes with an interchangeable flower-shaped misting head for a fun, whimsical detail.

Promising review: "I didn't really expect this mister to be worth anything, but I was really wrong. I live in South Texas, so I purchased a canopy for my western facing patio and it was still to hot to sit outside. I thought I would give this a try and I couldn't believe it. We sat outside on a 98 degree day all afternoon with just this mister! It works perfect and well worth every penny I paid for it. If this one ever breaks, I will buy another one right away. It can be adjusted to how much mist come out. Even my dogs sit out under the canopy and let the mister spray them. I would never have another summer without one." —Sheila

Get it from Amazon for $24.98 (colors may vary).

39. A Scumbug to soak up all the oil, sunscreen, and whatever else is lurking in your pool or hot tub. It's so hands-off and easy to use — once it becomes discolored, just wring it out, rinse it off, and toss it back in there to clean while you relax!

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Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. I popped it into my hot tub, and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better but smells better, too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.19.

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